Are you (almost) ready for the 2024 tax season?
The 2024 tax season dates are yet to be announced but it is not too early to make sure you are ready. We are here and we are committed to…
Budget Speech 2024 – In a Nutshell
On Wednesday, February 21, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana gave the 2024 National Budget Speech. The country's current economic situation, growth projections, the enormous expenditures associated with servicing debt, increased sin…
Retirement Annuity (RA) Season
February is budget speech month, Tax Year end, and Valentine’s Day month. In the financial services industry, February is also a significant month, as it signals the last month of…
The cost of defending a tax audit shouldn’t be a low blow!
WHAT IS TAX RISK INSURANCE? Tax risk insurance is simply the most effective protection for you and your business If you are ever selected for an audit by SARS. When…
Newsflash: Spam Alerts
We have found that many email providers such as Microsoft and Google have recently made changes to their email systems to combat ongoing email spam, fraud and phishing attacks. These…
Our Unique Approach
The Origin Group offers an inclusive approach to financial solutions, recognising that our clients are becoming more financially informed and can grasp their own financial needs. As our clients become…
2021 Budget Summary
Summary of proposals and plans Minister Mboweni delivered his budget speech yesterday and our view in summary is that this budget surprised with no material tax increases, apart from the…
The importance of tax planning in February
It is always a good idea to do thorough planning to minimise your tax legally and it is never too late, especially in February. Your professional advisor can assist you…
5 Tips for Making the Most of Your Opportunities to Scale in 2021
2020 was an immensely difficult year. Because of the economic downturn in the country, it left a lot of businesses with insurmountable odds to make things work and so, many…
Tax benefits 2021
We all need a break at some point. Why not take a tax break to start off 2021? The end of the tax year, 28 February 2021, is fast approaching and we urge you to contact your Origin…